Break Quote by Robert Frost
“O hushed October morning mild, Thy leaves have ripened to the fall; Tomorrow's wind, if it be wild, Should waste them all. The crows above the forest call; Tomorrow they may form and go. O hushed October morning mild, Begin the hours of this day slow. Make the day seem to us less brief. Hearts not averse to being beguiled, Beguile us in the way you know. Release one leaf at break of day; At noon release another leaf; One from our trees, one far away.”
About This Quote
Source Poem: Unpublished verse, early 20th century
The poem reflects on the gentle, fleeting nature of an October morning, urging a slow, appreciative pace before time and change sweep away its beauty.
In simple terms: Cherish quiet moments before they fade.
Key Takeaway
Pause and savor the present.
Themes
nature
time
mindfulness
impermanence
Mood
calm
contemplative
Type
lyetic
philosophical
When to use this quote
- morning walks
- reading poetry
- mindful meditation
- seasonal rituals
Key Concepts
transience
reflection
seasonality
Questions to Reflect On
- How can we balance stillness with forward motion?
- What daily rituals help you notice subtle beauty?
A Different Perspective
The poem may romanticize stillness, ignoring life's necessary progress.
